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Leidos Holdings Inc. (LDOS) Stock

Leidos Holdings Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Leidos Holdings Inc. (LDOS), a prominent company in the technology sector within the services-computer integrated systems design industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $163.34. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $122.92 and $201.22. This places the current price at 81.2% of its 52-week high and 32.9% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 704,428. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US5253271028.

Market Cap

$20.04B

52-Week High

$201.22

-18.83% from high

52-Week Low

$122.92

+32.88% from low

Avg Daily Volume

704,428

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

15.69

Near market average

Forward P/E

14.53

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.34

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

4.71

EV/EBITDA

11.17

EPS (TTM)

$9.92

Price to Sales

1.18

Beta

0.65

Less volatile than market

How is LDOS valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Leidos Holdings Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 15.69, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 14.53 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.34 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is LDOS's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.65, Leidos Holdings Inc. is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 4.71 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

7.87%

Operating Margin

12.40%

Return on Equity

30.90%

Return on Assets

9.27%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

6.80%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

33.80%

How profitable and efficient is LDOS's business model?
Leidos Holdings Inc. achieves a profit margin of 7.87%, meaning it retains $7.87 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of 12.40% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 30.90% and ROA at 9.27%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are LDOS's recent growth trends?
Leidos Holdings Inc.'s revenue grew by 6.80% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 33.80% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against SERVICES-COMPUTER INTEGRATED SYSTEMS DESIGN industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.56

Dividend Yield

1.03%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/16/2025

Dividend Date

6/30/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from LDOS?
Leidos Holdings Inc. offers a dividend yield of 1.03%, paying $1.56 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/16/2025.
How reliable is LDOS's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Leidos Holdings Inc. pays $1.56 per share in dividends against earnings of $9.92 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 15.73%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/30/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

128.72M

Book Value/Share

$33.07

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is LDOS's market capitalization and position?
Leidos Holdings Inc. has a market capitalization of $20.04B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 128.72M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the SERVICES-COMPUTER INTEGRATED SYSTEMS DESIGN industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does LDOS's price compare to its book value?
Leidos Holdings Inc.'s book value per share is $33.07, while the current stock price is $163.34, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 4.94. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$170.82

4.58% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

2

Buy

7

Hold

8

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for LDOS?
17 analysts cover LDOS with 53% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $170.82 implies 4.6% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on LDOS?
Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 7 Buy, 8 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:58 AM

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